A Level 5 warning for disruptive snow has been issued for the Western Cape. A warning for same has also been issued for the Northern Cape.
The South African Weather Service Saws said disruptive snowfall is expected over the Cape Winelands, Cederberg, Stellenbosch, Paarl, Central and Little Karoo mountains in the province.
'The closure of the following mountain passes are likely Swartberg, Franschhoek, Hex River, Ouberg and Katbakkies. Snowfall accumulation of between five to 10cm is expected with possible low-level or ground snowfall especially over southern high ground of the Northern Cape and the Cape Winelands,' Saws said.
It added that there is a possibility of 20cm accumulation of snowfall over the Matroosberg mountain range. The weather is expected to impact vulnerable livestock and traffic disruptions.
Provincial disaster management teams are expected to be on standby.
